Apostolic Oblates renew their vows in Fullerton, California on May 10, 2008. They are wearing their beautiful liturgical gown for the occasion. It is a sign of their consecration, their, contemplation and their union with Mary, the first Apostolic Oblate.Mary, Star of Hope
25. With a hymn composed in the eighth or ninth century, thus for over a thousand years, the Church has greeted Mary, the Mother of God, as "Star of the Sea": Ave maris stella. Human life is a journey. Towards what destination? How do we find the way? Life is like a voyage on the sea of history, often dark and stormy, a voyage in which we watch for the stars that indicate the route. The true stars of our life are the people who have lived good lives.
Reflection by Msgr. Vaccari
How many people have found Mary to be a light when all else seemed to be darkness? Her star shines brightly, even in the night when nothing else seems to shine. St. Bernard spoke beautifully of trusting our journey of life to Mary, with full confidence that if we did so, we would surely find the safe harbor. Her example and her holiness lead the way, always calling us back to the beauty of her son.
What would we do without the "stars" in our darkness. Their lives shine with holiness and their intercession, their witness and their closeness to the Lord are signs of hope in our dark world
Reflection by Teresa Monaghen
...as a little girl I used to like to surround my bed at night with friends: a place for the guardian angel, Mary, St. Therese, and the many other friends of God who knew me. They stood around me like sentinels, protecting me from harm. I realize now that they have never left me and they not only protect they guide and encourage but at every turn, someone turns up and I realize I am never alone. It is true, we are never alone and if we open the eyes of our hearts we will see the light of holiness that comes from the stars, the saints to help guide our path through this stormy world. Thank you, Lord, I trust in you and your friends! Amen.
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Thought for the day ... G. Giaquinta
Let us sow goodness and holiness, and we will see barren fields bloom.
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